How to tell if a dog is running a fever?

The normal body temperature for dogs is between 101 and 102.5 F, compared to 97.6 to 99.6 F for humans. This means your dog may feel feverish to you even when his temperature is completely normal. The word “fever” is typically used to describe elevated body temperature caused by infection or inflammation. read more

Causes of Dog Fever. A variety of illnesses and conditions may make your dog run a fever. These include: Infection. This may have any number of causes, including bacterial, fungal, and viral diseases. Infection may be anywhere in the body, such as the lungs (pneumonia), the kidneys (pyelonephritis), the brain (encephalitis), or even the skin. read more

How to Check a Dog for a Fever Three Methods: Using a Rectal Thermometer Using an Ear Thermometer Reading The Thermometer and Assessing Your Next Course of Action Community Q&A Unfortunately, your beloved canine companion cannot tell you in words when he or she is feeling ill. read more

Know What’s Normal – The most important step in figuring out whether your dog has a fever is knowing his normal temperature. Just like people, with healthy body temperatures ranging from 97.6 to 99.6, dogs’ normal body temperatures vary. read more